ELO-P (Champions)
What is ELOP?
ELOP stands for Expanded Learning Opportunities Program. This program was initiated by the California Department of Education.
“Expanded learning” means before school, after school, summer, or intersession learning programs that focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of pupils through hands-on, engaging learning experiences.
The California Department of Education (CDE) has identified specific requirements for districts implementing Extended Learning Programs. These requirements include but are not limited to;
- Priority given to students who meet the eligibility requirements of an unduplicated student. Per California Education Code 42238.02, an unduplicated student is a student enrolled in a school district who is either classified as an English learner, meet income or categorical eligibility for free or reduced meals under the National School Lunch Program, or are foster youth.
- When combined with the instructional day, the program must provide a 9 hour day for students.
- The program must offer enrichment opportunities that engage students and that are based on student interests and provide a nutritious snack
- The program must be offered to all students in Transitional Kindergarten through grade 6 who meet the unduplicated criteria
- The program must include 30 days of intersession (non-regular school days)
- The district may choose to charge a fee for non-unduplicated students. It must be done on a sliding scale that adjusts the fee based on family income and ability to pay.
- MUSD ELOP Plan Board Approved Updated Plan: May 5, 2025
Questions? Contact the Educational Services Department at ed-services@martinez.k12.ca.us
2026-27 Program
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Martinez Unified School District (MUSD) is pleased to announce that we will continue to provide an Extended Learning Opportunity Program (ELOP or ELO-Program) for the 2026-2027 school year for TK-6th grade students enrolled at John Muir, John Swett, Las Juntas, Morello Park, and Martinez Jr High.
Eligibility Information: Students enrolled in the 2026-27 program must be MUSD TK-6th grade students. To comply with State requirements, students will be classified into one of two categories: Category A (unduplicated pupils) or Category B (non-unduplicated pupils)
- Students in Category A are considered unduplicated pupils. Per California Education Code 42238.02, an unduplicated pupil is a student enrolled in a school district who is classified as an English Language Learner, meets income or categorical eligibility for free or reduced meals under the National School Lunch Program, and/or is a Foster Youth. Per the California Department of Education, unduplicated pupils cannot be charged a fee and receive priority registration.
- Students in Category B (non-unduplicated pupil) are all students who do not meet the eligibility criteria outlined in Category A. Per the California Department of Education, pupils not identified as an unduplicated student may be charged a fee. If the District charges a fee, it must be done so on a sliding scale that adjusts the fee based on family income and ability to pay. EC Section 8482.6. Students in Category B will be part of general registration and will be charged a fee.
2026-27 Registration: Please note that registration resets each year; no student is automatically enrolled for the following school year. All families interested in having their student participate in the program next year must complete the registration process. Remember that space is limited.
- Priority registration for students in Category A will begin on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Families whose students meet the criteria for Category A will be contacted directly by Champions Staff via email and then later by phone to start the registration process. Please be sure to respond to these outreach efforts in a timely manner to ensure enrollment.
- General registration will begin Thurs, May 21 at 10:00 am for all current MUSD students.
- New student registration: Any and all new students for the 2026-27 school year (including TK) will have an opportunity to register in mid-July once our system rolls over for the 2026-27 school year. Category eligibility will be determined in August. No new students will be enrolled before July.
- Tentatively: Information will be shared with new families on July 20, and enrollment will open on July 27. More details to come.
To help families prepare for registration, enrollment forms will be available starting on Wednesday, April 15, in the Main Office of each elementary school, in the main lobby of the District Office, and at the Champions Communication Table, which can be found after school. You may complete the form and have it ready to go for your corresponding registration date. Do not give your completed form to Champions or MUSD Staff unless explicitly directed to do so. No forms will be accepted prior to your corresponding registration date.
2026-27 Program Fees
- The district may choose to charge a fee for non-unduplicated pupils. It must be done on a sliding scale that adjusts the fees based on the family income and ability to pay.
- Students who meet the criteria for Category A will participate in the program free of charge. Please note that priority status will be reconfirmed in August. If the student’s eligibility status changes, you will be redesignated to Category B.
- Students in Category B will be charged a monthly fee by MUSD to participate in the program. The price per day is determined based on household income levels. The monthly fee is calculated by multiplying the price per day by the number of school days in each month. The charts below outline the fee schedule for the after-school program and the intersession dates. Please note that families will be invoiced for all school days in each month they are enrolled, and refunds will not be issued due to the need to manage and maintain appropriate staffing levels. MUSD does not prorate the fee based on days attended. Families will pay the program fee via MySchoolBucks. Fees are due on the last Friday of each month for the following month.
- All students enrolled in ELOP will also have the opportunity to sign-up for a full day program during 30 non-school days. These days are “a la carte” and pricing differs than the regular after school program. Students in Category A participate free of charge. Students in Category B may find the pricing information in the chart below.
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2025-27 Program Provider: Champions
MUSD is excited to announce our partnership with Champions as our ELOP Provider for the 2025-27 school years. While Champions is new to us, they are not new to the ELOP world. With over 20 years of experience and a large portoflio across California---Champions promises to provide a high-quality, curriculum based program that will engage your learner!
Check out previous webinars to learn more.
Need to contact Champions?
- Area Manager: Brittany Beck
- email:Brittany.Beck@discoverchampions.com Cell: (209) 607-3867 (call or text ok)
- Site Email Addresses
- John Muir: Ch003247@discoverchampions.com
- John Swett: Ch003251@discoverchampions.com
- Las Juntas: Ch003252@discoverchampions.com
- Morello Park: Ch003253@discoverchampions.com
- Martinez Jr. High: Ch003257@discoverchampions.com
